Lady Gaga, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, is an American singer and songwriter who rose to popularity with her debut album The Fame in 2008, which included several hit songs including “Just Dance,” Paparazzi,” “Poker Face,” and “LoveGame.” Lady Gaga has released six albums in total, including 2009’s The Fame Monster which includes songs from The Fame plus more hits like “Bad Romance” and “Telephone,”; 2011’s Born This Way, and 2016’s Joanne, each of which is influenced by different genres including pop, electronic, and country. She has become one of the most successful music artists of all time, earning six Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe for her acting in American Horror Story, and a handful of Guinness World Records for song sales, downloads, and more. On top of her musical success, Lady Gaga is known for her bold fashion statements and LGBTQ advocacy, actively supporting pro-LGBTQ legislation and speaking out about the mistreatment of fellow LGBTQ people. She will appear in a remake of A Star is Born later in 2018, directed by Bradley Cooper.

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